92-CivicLX

I have 97 Civic Sedan LX and I got my AC recharged for the 1st time since owning the car. The charge didn't hold and they said I would need a new AC compressor. I currently have a JDM 96 Integra Type R swap in my car and from my understanding the Integra Type R never came with AC. Is this correct? If so, what AC Compressor will work for me? If it is a stock 97 Civic compressor, does it matter if the compressor came from a VTEC or NON- VTEC version of my car?

Thank you,
Jeremy

Former User

Is the diagnosis trustworthy?

92-CivicLX

I'm going to get a 2nd opinion later today. It blew cold for like 15 mins then it went kinda warm. Then I tried it about 20 mins after that them it was blowing even colder the 1st time. That lasted for like 10-15 mins then it wasn't as cool.

Former User

For tech threads, it's always best to include some diagnostic information. For example, this^ information suggests that the compressor clutch just needs to be shimmed because the clearance between the armature plate and pulley is a bit too wide. In this case, the compressor does not need to be replaced, just shimmed.

92-CivicLX

Ok, thanks for the heads up! I'm really hoping it's not the compressor and it is indeed the compressor clutch.